- A qualified lawyer with at least five years of post-qualification legal experience (with at least three years at a law firm) as a real estate lawyer - Experience of drafting and negotiating contracts in English - Strong written and oral communication skills DESCRIPCIÓN Amazon's Legal Department is looking for a talented commercial real estate lawyer to fill the position of Legal Counsel - Real Estate supporting Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and rapidly growing business within AWS is at the forefront of the "cloud" computing and service industry, providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services, and more. As part of the AWS real estate legal team, you will be responsible for supporting AWS's worldwide data center expansion through land acquisitions and leasing. You will have transactional drafting and negotiating responsibilities on deals, and will provide legal counsel and contract interpretation to business team members on a daily basis. Transactions range from standard contracts to complex, bespoke, high value agreements. You will structure, draft and negotiate agreements and leases, help support AWS real estate's existing portfolio, manage outside counsel, and advise internal business clients. In addition, you will help develop, implement, and manage process improvements across the team, resolve legal issues that arise in existing commercial relationships, and handle pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, enjoy working hard and being challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. Competitive salary based on experience and includes equity compensation. This position is located in our London office. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR - Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once - Enthusiastic, enjoy working hard, being challenged, and working in a fun, team-oriented environment - Demonstrates sound judgment even in ambiguous situations - Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team - Strong analytical, written and oral communication, and client interaction skills Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial (tel:). If calling from Ireland, please dial (tel:).
May 04, 2024
Full time
- A qualified lawyer with at least five years of post-qualification legal experience (with at least three years at a law firm) as a real estate lawyer - Experience of drafting and negotiating contracts in English - Strong written and oral communication skills DESCRIPCIÓN Amazon's Legal Department is looking for a talented commercial real estate lawyer to fill the position of Legal Counsel - Real Estate supporting Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and rapidly growing business within AWS is at the forefront of the "cloud" computing and service industry, providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services, and more. As part of the AWS real estate legal team, you will be responsible for supporting AWS's worldwide data center expansion through land acquisitions and leasing. You will have transactional drafting and negotiating responsibilities on deals, and will provide legal counsel and contract interpretation to business team members on a daily basis. Transactions range from standard contracts to complex, bespoke, high value agreements. You will structure, draft and negotiate agreements and leases, help support AWS real estate's existing portfolio, manage outside counsel, and advise internal business clients. In addition, you will help develop, implement, and manage process improvements across the team, resolve legal issues that arise in existing commercial relationships, and handle pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, enjoy working hard and being challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. Competitive salary based on experience and includes equity compensation. This position is located in our London office. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR - Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once - Enthusiastic, enjoy working hard, being challenged, and working in a fun, team-oriented environment - Demonstrates sound judgment even in ambiguous situations - Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team - Strong analytical, written and oral communication, and client interaction skills Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial (tel:). If calling from Ireland, please dial (tel:).
JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally. Senior Counsel Location: London, UK We are seeking an experienced Senior Lawyer to join our team in London and provide legal support to our Work Dynamics business. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate and extensive experience in negotiating and drafting complex agreements on a global or regional scale. Responsibilities: Provide expert legal advice and support to the Work Dynamics business in all legal matters related to outsourcing services (including of major corporations' real estate and facility management functions) or other types of real estate transactions. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, especially service agreements. Conduct legal research and analysis to ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Advise on legal risks and provide strategic guidance to business leaders to mitigate risks effectively. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including operations, HR, finance, and risk management teams, to address legal issues and support business objectives. Develop and deliver training programs on legal topics relevant to the business and legal team. Stay informed about legal developments and industry trends affecting facility management and real estate and provide proactive guidance to the business unit. Assist in the development and implementation of improvements in the legal services, training procedures, and best practices to enhance compliance and mitigate legal risks. Requirements: Qualified solicitor or barrister with at least 10 years of post-qualification experience (this is indicative and other levels of experience may be considered if requirements are met). Demonstrated experience in negotiating and drafting complex agreements, preferably within the facility management, real estate industry or other strategic outsourcing sector. Strong understanding of global or regional legal frameworks related to real estate transactions and facility management services. Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively convey complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail. Adaptable and proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Native English speaker or fluent in English Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in an international or multi-national organization. Experience working with cross-functional teams Location: On-site -London, GBR If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! If you require any changes to the application process, please email or call + 44 ( 0 ) to contact one of our team members to discuss how to best support you throughout the process. Please note, the contact details provided are to discuss or request for adjustments to be made to the hiring process. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL. JLL Privacy Notice Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL's recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely. For additional details please see our career site pages for each country. For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action policy here . Activate your Personal JLL Job Alerts Activate your Personal Job Alerts now and receive opportunities as soon as they are advertised. At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world. For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit .
May 03, 2024
Full time
JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally. Senior Counsel Location: London, UK We are seeking an experienced Senior Lawyer to join our team in London and provide legal support to our Work Dynamics business. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate and extensive experience in negotiating and drafting complex agreements on a global or regional scale. Responsibilities: Provide expert legal advice and support to the Work Dynamics business in all legal matters related to outsourcing services (including of major corporations' real estate and facility management functions) or other types of real estate transactions. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, especially service agreements. Conduct legal research and analysis to ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Advise on legal risks and provide strategic guidance to business leaders to mitigate risks effectively. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including operations, HR, finance, and risk management teams, to address legal issues and support business objectives. Develop and deliver training programs on legal topics relevant to the business and legal team. Stay informed about legal developments and industry trends affecting facility management and real estate and provide proactive guidance to the business unit. Assist in the development and implementation of improvements in the legal services, training procedures, and best practices to enhance compliance and mitigate legal risks. Requirements: Qualified solicitor or barrister with at least 10 years of post-qualification experience (this is indicative and other levels of experience may be considered if requirements are met). Demonstrated experience in negotiating and drafting complex agreements, preferably within the facility management, real estate industry or other strategic outsourcing sector. Strong understanding of global or regional legal frameworks related to real estate transactions and facility management services. Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively convey complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail. Adaptable and proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Native English speaker or fluent in English Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in an international or multi-national organization. Experience working with cross-functional teams Location: On-site -London, GBR If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! If you require any changes to the application process, please email or call + 44 ( 0 ) to contact one of our team members to discuss how to best support you throughout the process. Please note, the contact details provided are to discuss or request for adjustments to be made to the hiring process. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL. JLL Privacy Notice Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL's recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely. For additional details please see our career site pages for each country. For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action policy here . Activate your Personal JLL Job Alerts Activate your Personal Job Alerts now and receive opportunities as soon as they are advertised. At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world. For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit .
Job ID: AWS EMEA SARL (UK Branch) Amazon's Legal Department is looking for a talented commercial real estate lawyer to fill the position of Senior Corporate Counsel - Real Estate supporting Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and rapidly growing business within AWS is at the forefront of the "cloud" computing and service industry, providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services, and more. As part of the AWS real estate legal team, you will be responsible for supporting AWS's worldwide data center expansion through land acquisitions and leasing. You will have transactional drafting and negotiating responsibilities on deals, and will provide legal counsel and contract interpretation to business team members on a daily basis. Transactions range from standard contracts to complex, bespoke, high value agreements. You will structure, draft and negotiate agreements and leases, help support AWS real estate's existing portfolio, manage outside counsel, and advise internal business clients. In addition, you will help develop, implement, and manage process improvements across the team, resolve legal issues that arise in existing commercial relationships, and handle pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, enjoy working hard and being challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. Competitive salary based on experience and includes equity compensation. This position is located in London. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS • A qualified lawyer with at least ten years of post-qualification legal experience (with at least three years at a law firm) as a real estate lawyer • Experience of drafting and negotiating contracts in English • Strong written and oral communication skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once • Enthusiastic, enjoy working hard, being challenged, and working in a fun, team-oriented environment • Demonstrates sound judgment even in ambiguous situations • Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team • Strong analytical, written and oral communication, and client interaction skills Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial (tel:). If calling from Ireland, please dial (tel:). Posted: November 13, 2023 (Updated about 3 hours ago) Posted: February 8, 2024 (Updated about 7 hours ago) Posted: November 1, 2023 (Updated about 11 hours ago) Posted: March 4, 2024 (Updated 1 day ago) Posted: February 20, 2024 (Updated 7 days ago) Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
May 03, 2024
Full time
Job ID: AWS EMEA SARL (UK Branch) Amazon's Legal Department is looking for a talented commercial real estate lawyer to fill the position of Senior Corporate Counsel - Real Estate supporting Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and rapidly growing business within AWS is at the forefront of the "cloud" computing and service industry, providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services, and more. As part of the AWS real estate legal team, you will be responsible for supporting AWS's worldwide data center expansion through land acquisitions and leasing. You will have transactional drafting and negotiating responsibilities on deals, and will provide legal counsel and contract interpretation to business team members on a daily basis. Transactions range from standard contracts to complex, bespoke, high value agreements. You will structure, draft and negotiate agreements and leases, help support AWS real estate's existing portfolio, manage outside counsel, and advise internal business clients. In addition, you will help develop, implement, and manage process improvements across the team, resolve legal issues that arise in existing commercial relationships, and handle pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, enjoy working hard and being challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. Competitive salary based on experience and includes equity compensation. This position is located in London. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS • A qualified lawyer with at least ten years of post-qualification legal experience (with at least three years at a law firm) as a real estate lawyer • Experience of drafting and negotiating contracts in English • Strong written and oral communication skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once • Enthusiastic, enjoy working hard, being challenged, and working in a fun, team-oriented environment • Demonstrates sound judgment even in ambiguous situations • Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team • Strong analytical, written and oral communication, and client interaction skills Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial (tel:). If calling from Ireland, please dial (tel:). Posted: November 13, 2023 (Updated about 3 hours ago) Posted: February 8, 2024 (Updated about 7 hours ago) Posted: November 1, 2023 (Updated about 11 hours ago) Posted: March 4, 2024 (Updated 1 day ago) Posted: February 20, 2024 (Updated 7 days ago) Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Position Overview: We are looking for a (Senior) Legal Counsel with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience (PQE) at a top UK/EU law firm who will work as a generalist across the capital, real estate and corporate workstreams of a VC-funded technology startup. You will be working in London and reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer. You will also work closely with the UK, Germany and Spanish market teams. Key Responsibilities: 1. Capital Transactions: Have a leadership role in negotiating capital transactions with institutional real estate investors and respective debt transactions with banks.Assist the capital team in tax and structuring questions across various jurisdictions.You will also oversee and work closely with external counsel. 2. Commercial Contracts: Review and draft various commercial contracts, such as vendor, service, licensing, and supplier agreements. Ensure that contracts comply with legal requirements and company policies while minimising risks and maximising opportunities for the company. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to negotiate favourable terms and resolve contractual disputes. 3. Corporate Matters: Assist with VC funding rounds and all corporate matters of a VC-funded startup. Assist with corporate governance matters of IMMO's subsidiaries and SPVs. Provide legal support for corporate transactions, such as mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures. 4. Risk Management and Compliance: Identify legal risks and provide proactive advice to mitigate potential liabilities. Develop and implement compliance programs to ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. 5. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with various departments, including finance, operations, and human resources, to address legal issues and achieve business objectives. Provide legal training and guidance to internal stakeholders on legal matters affecting their areas of responsibility. Qualifications: - Qualified solicitor with at least 2 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in the fields of real estate finance, commercial, and corporate law. - Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills. - Capacity to work diligently and multitask with great attention to detail, organisational skills, and a sense of urgency. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build strong working relationships. - Impeccable integrity with sound judgement and a self-starter mentality Nice to have: - Experience with UK residential real estate transactions and due diligence
May 03, 2024
Full time
Position Overview: We are looking for a (Senior) Legal Counsel with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience (PQE) at a top UK/EU law firm who will work as a generalist across the capital, real estate and corporate workstreams of a VC-funded technology startup. You will be working in London and reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer. You will also work closely with the UK, Germany and Spanish market teams. Key Responsibilities: 1. Capital Transactions: Have a leadership role in negotiating capital transactions with institutional real estate investors and respective debt transactions with banks.Assist the capital team in tax and structuring questions across various jurisdictions.You will also oversee and work closely with external counsel. 2. Commercial Contracts: Review and draft various commercial contracts, such as vendor, service, licensing, and supplier agreements. Ensure that contracts comply with legal requirements and company policies while minimising risks and maximising opportunities for the company. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to negotiate favourable terms and resolve contractual disputes. 3. Corporate Matters: Assist with VC funding rounds and all corporate matters of a VC-funded startup. Assist with corporate governance matters of IMMO's subsidiaries and SPVs. Provide legal support for corporate transactions, such as mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures. 4. Risk Management and Compliance: Identify legal risks and provide proactive advice to mitigate potential liabilities. Develop and implement compliance programs to ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. 5. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with various departments, including finance, operations, and human resources, to address legal issues and achieve business objectives. Provide legal training and guidance to internal stakeholders on legal matters affecting their areas of responsibility. Qualifications: - Qualified solicitor with at least 2 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in the fields of real estate finance, commercial, and corporate law. - Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills. - Capacity to work diligently and multitask with great attention to detail, organisational skills, and a sense of urgency. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build strong working relationships. - Impeccable integrity with sound judgement and a self-starter mentality Nice to have: - Experience with UK residential real estate transactions and due diligence
CBRE is the global leader in real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally we employ over 70,000 employees and operate in 48 countries. Senior Legal Counsel - EMEA (Projects and general commercial) CBRE requires a business focussed Legal Counsel to support its Global Workplace Solutions ("GWS") Enterprise Accounts Division in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa ("EMEA") region. The reports to the Senior Lead Counsel for GWS Enterprise Accounts Division in EMEA. The role entails a full range of legal, risk and governance issues which affect and are integral to facilities management and project services contracts within the region. Responsibilities As a member of the legal team, is responsible for all aspects of legal work, including contract reviews, drafting, disputes, and governance, this role requires high attention to detail, organisation, commercial insight, communication skills, determination and flexibility to support the different business needs. Duties will be to assist Senior Lead and other Legal Counsels in the team, sales leads and operations with the contractual aspects involved in the sales and bidding processes - e.g., carrying our contract reviews, providing feedback, comments, assisting with internal approvals, and drafting mark-ups or commentary on client contracts at all stages of the bidding process. Put in place Local Country Agreements (LCAs) that sit under our global Master Services Agreements (MSAs). The LCAs are made between the CBRE local entity or affiliate and the client's local entity. This entails reviewing the MSA to determine whether there are any local jurisdictional or legal issues that need to be covered off or addressed in the LCA. For example, signing/execution formalities, pricing/payment terms, employee issues and insurance provisions all potentially have a local law nuance that needs to be captures in the LCA. The role also requires extensive stakeholder management in multiple jurisdictions, liaising with Legal teams in the Americas and APAC, Transition teams and in-country ops, pricing and commercial teams to ensure the LCAs reflect the local pricing and scope. Project Management: The PJM business unit at CBRE carry out individual projects or a series of related tasks which will lead to the completion of the project. Projects include renovating or refurbishing a building (client offices, commercial buildings or manufacturing sites), structure or infrastructure or asset replacement. Advise the Project Management (up and down stream) function in EMEA including developing and providing advice on; process standard form contracts (JCT, FIDIC, NEC, etc) schedule of amendments flow downs relevant insurance templates contracting parameters contracting standards for both Client and Supplier agreements Supports all aspects of deal negotiation, terms, and conditions of complex outsourcing and project management contracts, also providing input with regard to the commercial elements of the deals where they impact the legal provisions (e.g., pricing, service levels, governance, audit, exit, etc.). Keeps abreast of trends and changes in the laws in EMEA affecting the business and proactively communicate them to the business. Provides legal advice on an "ad hoc" basis in response to steady-state or business as usual contract queries and disputes and other legal issues as they arise. Has the ability to isolate complex legal issues and to provide prompt, concise and commercially focused legal advice, while balancing risks and benefits and being able to communicate these issues effectively. Person Specification Qualified, registered and currently practising lawyer (qualified in at least one EMEA jurisdiction) with a minimum of 5 10 years PQE. Training and experience at quality law firm or large corporation. A demonstrable track record of broad based commercial and contractual law experience and good knowledge of contract and commercial law. Grasp of TUPE and Acquired Rights Directive legislation. Knowledge of GDPR. Demonstrable knowledge and experience of project management contracting. Knowledge and experience of working with projects standard industry contracts (e.g., JCT, FIDIC, NEC4, etc). Procurement and supplier sourcing experience. Commercial law experience across multiple jurisdictions working with multinational companies. In-house experience with ability to bridge business risk strategies with legal requirements is desirable Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
May 02, 2024
Full time
CBRE is the global leader in real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally we employ over 70,000 employees and operate in 48 countries. Senior Legal Counsel - EMEA (Projects and general commercial) CBRE requires a business focussed Legal Counsel to support its Global Workplace Solutions ("GWS") Enterprise Accounts Division in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa ("EMEA") region. The reports to the Senior Lead Counsel for GWS Enterprise Accounts Division in EMEA. The role entails a full range of legal, risk and governance issues which affect and are integral to facilities management and project services contracts within the region. Responsibilities As a member of the legal team, is responsible for all aspects of legal work, including contract reviews, drafting, disputes, and governance, this role requires high attention to detail, organisation, commercial insight, communication skills, determination and flexibility to support the different business needs. Duties will be to assist Senior Lead and other Legal Counsels in the team, sales leads and operations with the contractual aspects involved in the sales and bidding processes - e.g., carrying our contract reviews, providing feedback, comments, assisting with internal approvals, and drafting mark-ups or commentary on client contracts at all stages of the bidding process. Put in place Local Country Agreements (LCAs) that sit under our global Master Services Agreements (MSAs). The LCAs are made between the CBRE local entity or affiliate and the client's local entity. This entails reviewing the MSA to determine whether there are any local jurisdictional or legal issues that need to be covered off or addressed in the LCA. For example, signing/execution formalities, pricing/payment terms, employee issues and insurance provisions all potentially have a local law nuance that needs to be captures in the LCA. The role also requires extensive stakeholder management in multiple jurisdictions, liaising with Legal teams in the Americas and APAC, Transition teams and in-country ops, pricing and commercial teams to ensure the LCAs reflect the local pricing and scope. Project Management: The PJM business unit at CBRE carry out individual projects or a series of related tasks which will lead to the completion of the project. Projects include renovating or refurbishing a building (client offices, commercial buildings or manufacturing sites), structure or infrastructure or asset replacement. Advise the Project Management (up and down stream) function in EMEA including developing and providing advice on; process standard form contracts (JCT, FIDIC, NEC, etc) schedule of amendments flow downs relevant insurance templates contracting parameters contracting standards for both Client and Supplier agreements Supports all aspects of deal negotiation, terms, and conditions of complex outsourcing and project management contracts, also providing input with regard to the commercial elements of the deals where they impact the legal provisions (e.g., pricing, service levels, governance, audit, exit, etc.). Keeps abreast of trends and changes in the laws in EMEA affecting the business and proactively communicate them to the business. Provides legal advice on an "ad hoc" basis in response to steady-state or business as usual contract queries and disputes and other legal issues as they arise. Has the ability to isolate complex legal issues and to provide prompt, concise and commercially focused legal advice, while balancing risks and benefits and being able to communicate these issues effectively. Person Specification Qualified, registered and currently practising lawyer (qualified in at least one EMEA jurisdiction) with a minimum of 5 10 years PQE. Training and experience at quality law firm or large corporation. A demonstrable track record of broad based commercial and contractual law experience and good knowledge of contract and commercial law. Grasp of TUPE and Acquired Rights Directive legislation. Knowledge of GDPR. Demonstrable knowledge and experience of project management contracting. Knowledge and experience of working with projects standard industry contracts (e.g., JCT, FIDIC, NEC4, etc). Procurement and supplier sourcing experience. Commercial law experience across multiple jurisdictions working with multinational companies. In-house experience with ability to bridge business risk strategies with legal requirements is desirable Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.